Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 130

At eight in the morning, Pinehollow's largest farmers' market was buzzing with activity, a lively scene unfolding as locals mingled, catching up and shopping for their daily needs. "Mr. Cole, here for your fish fix again?" a voice rang out amidst the commotion.

"Indeed. Got any salmon today?"

"Sure. I saved some just for you..." The middle-aged woman spoke while skillfully weighing and descaling the fish. "All done."

Norris Cole pulled out his smartphone, asking, "How much do I owe you?"

The middle-aged woman said, "Oh, don't worry about it. Just take it. On the house! My boy Ike hasn't exactly been a walk in the park for you..."

"That won't do. You're running a business here. How can I not pay?" Norris promptly made a payment of $30 in cash.

He was always generous.

Stunned by the payment, the woman protested, "Oh, how can I accept this..."

Norris replied, "I'd feel bad not paying. Anyway, I need to pick up some green onions. You take care now."

"Wait, Mr. Cole..."

stopped in his

the woman fidgeted with her apron as she said, "I heard Horizon Future Middle School has slots for recommending students for the physics competition. Winning

"Yes, there are

"Do you think Ike stands

the essence of these competitions. It demands a higher

various subjects, typically reserved for students who excel distinctly in one subject, showing both superior academic skills and a

ranked in

me explain,"

matter Moreover, the

then," Hazel

I'll leave you to

"You too, come

Norris

changed,

"All this

rankings. My Ike is great at everything. But he's pretending he's powerless, saying the decision's already been made

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